AP Psychology Unit One Study Questions

1. Is psychology a science?
2. What questions can psychologists answer better than other scientists?
3. Is a science defined by its methodologies?
4. Are there behaviors or mental processes that do not fall under the umbrella of psychological science?
5. How do both nature and nurture influence behavior and mental processes?
6. How can biology, psychology, and social-cultural influences explain a particular behavior or mental process?
7. Why would psychologists be interested in behavior and mental processes that are not about mental illness?
8. What is the value of basic research?
9. Is there a career choice that would not be informed by psychological science?
10. How can knowledge of psychological science inform a person’s career?
11. How can knowledge of psychological science help people's lives?